Kinstellar Andrékó Ferenczi & Társai Ügyvédi Iroda have extensive experience in energy sector transactions, including M&A deals, power plant developments, petrochemical upgrades and renewable energy projects. The team advises clients in electricity, natural gas, and district heating sectors and actively supports renewable developers and financing banks. With a strong presence in mining, oil, gas and petrochemical industries, the practice is led by Balázs Sepsey, an energy expert, specialising in M&A, EPC contracts and EU energy regulations. Kristóf Ferenczi, is a renowned energy sector specialist, while Péter Gullai provides expertise in energy licensing, multi-jurisdictional advising, infrastructure projects and renewable transactions.

CMS’s energy team specialises in renewables, power, and oil & gas, providing sector-specific legal advice across the project lifecycle, from financing to operation. With a strong track record in PV power projects, their clients include banks, developers, operators and investors. Practice head Péter Simon brings extensive expertise in energy, infrastructure and industrial projects, while Erika Papp offers deep knowledge in energy finance, advising on traditional and renewable sector financings. Zsófia Hermann focuses on solar power projects, regulatory issues and EPC/O&M contracts, while Péter Deák specialises in public procurement, renewables, energy M&A and regulatory matters.

DLA Piper Posztl, Nemescsói, Györfi-Tóth and Partners Law Firm provides multidisciplinary, integrated advice in the Hungarian energy and infrastructure sectors, supporting strategic investors, financiers and financial investors. The team includes energy lawyers, regulatory experts, M&A advisors, and project finance specialists, with strengths in public infrastructure development, concession law, PPPs, nuclear power and electromobility. Recent growth includes a stronger presence in the defence industry. Co-head Péter Györfi-Tóth specialises in large-scale infrastructure projects, including solar and nuclear power. Gábor Simon advises across the energy sector, from power generation to renewables. Márk Seres focuses on cross-border financing, M&A, and corporate law, while Miklós Horváth provides expertise in infrastructure and energy project design and construction.

Lakatos, Köves and Partners primarily advise multinational clients on market entry, ongoing operations and exits in Hungary. The firm has increasingly handled energy projects, advising on solar, wind and geothermal renewable projects, as well as regulatory matters like capacity tenders and corporate power purchase agreements. The team also provides counsel on real estate projects, social infrastructure, transportation, logistics, aviation, investment protection and litigation. Co-head Ádám Máttyus offers two decades of experience in regulated sectors like energy, while Viktória Szilágyi, promoted to partner in 2024, focuses on international M&A and renewable energy projects. Attila Ungár leads the real estate practice, ensuring comprehensive support across diverse industries.

Siegler Bird & Bird Ügyvédi Iroda advises on a wide range of energy and infrastructure matters, including project financing, energy regulatory issues, renewable and nuclear energy, oil and gas, and construction and transportation projects. The firm has a strong track record in solar power investments and project financing. Led by Dániel Arányi, who specialises in M&A, project finance and commercial agreements, the team includes Csongor Tompa, experienced in project finance and PPPs, and Ferenc Mátrai, head of real estate, active in development projects and financing. Konrád Siegler brings expertise in corporate and financing transactions, representing energy companies and commercial banks in energy and project financing.

Wolf Theiss Faludi Ügyvédi Iroda is noted for its niche expertise in energy arbitration and provides integrated advice on complex mandates, often combining renewable energy and project finance expertise. The team supports developers with solar renewable energy investments in Hungary and offers a single point of contact for cross-border transactions across the CEE and SEE regions. Zoltán Faludi, with over 25 years of experience, focuses on energy, project finance and energy-related disputes. Head of the team László Kenyeres is involved in power plant development, energy regulations and renewable projects, while Norbert Bálint  specialises in construction, M&A, concession agreements and PPAs.

Dentons stands out for its robust focus on infrastructure, energy and project finance, offering a transactional edge across various sectors. The firm’s energy team excels in regulatory and transactional matters, including wholesale market transactions, renewable and nuclear energy, and municipal water and wastewater management. The team benefits from seamless collaboration with experts in environment, public procurement and real estate. Led by Anita Horváth, a specialist in complex domestic and cross-border M&A and private equity transactions in energy, the group also features Eszter Zádori, an experienced advisor on renewable projects, and Henriett Fekete, who is adept in regulatory and commercial matters for renewable industry clients.

Erdos • Partners combines international know-how with domestic expertise to strategically guide both local and multinational corporations in their business decisions. The firm has carved out a niche in renewable energy, particularly photovoltaic (PV) power generation, acting for major players in the acquisition, financing, development, installation and operation of PV projects. Team head Balázs Várszeghi excels in energy law, especially advising on PV power plants and electricity supply. Gabor Erdős offers comprehensive project and energy expertise, spanning acquisition to operation, while Luca Bokor focuses on project finance, assisting multinational investors and developers with solar energy financing and other major energy projects.

Réti, Várszegi and Partners PwC Legal have recently focused on renewable energy, ESG investments and niche regulatory projects within the energy sector. The firm’s seamless collaboration across service lines ensures a holistic approach to regulatory consulting, renewables and corporate reorganisations. Co-head Zoltán Várszegi is a seasoned expert in the energy market, while co-head Péter Zalai specialises in regulated industries, with a focus on green transition areas such as sustainability, circular economy and battery regulations. János Faragó adds depth with experience in energy law transactions, including network access agreements and due diligence for thermal power plants and wind farms.

Schoenherr Hetényi Ügyvédi Iroda collaborates closely with Schoenherr Austria, a leading force in project development, to deliver expertise in infrastructure and energy projects. The firm offers strong energy regulatory and project development advice, with a focus on energy, utilities, telecoms, and environmental law. Recent successes include renewable energy initiatives, particularly PV power plants and industrial facilities. The team advises on project development, EPC, financing and M&A. Co-head László Krüpl specialises in large infrastructure and energy project transactions, while co-head Gergely Horváth leads the regulatory group, focusing on electricity, natural gas, renewables, permitting and climate transition matters.

Bán, S. Szabó, Rausch & Partners is an independent full-service Hungarian firm advising international and domestic corporations on energy-related regulatory, M&A and litigation matters. The team covers diverse energy topics, including e-chargers, battery issues and trading licenses, and supports all legal aspects of projects and disputes. Co-heads Gergely Szabó and Balázs Unger bring 15 and 20 years of expertise, respectively, in energy regulation, trading,and litigation. János Rausch specialises in sector-specific transactions, with a focus on projects and energy.

CERHA HEMPEL Dezso & Partners is a trusted advisor on public infrastructure projects, including major public transport developments, representing public sector bodies, bidders, and local and international companies. The team is led by Sándor Szterényi, a specialist in state aid and public procurement matters. Eszter Á. Kontor brings extensive expertise in public procurement, infrastructure and real estate transactions, with experience spanning private and governmental sectors in both domestic and cross-border projects.

Deloitte Legal Göndöcz and Partners Law Firm advises multinational energy companies with a strong focus on solar energy projects within the renewable sector. The team provides multi-disciplinary expertise across M&A, real estate, employment, data protection, IP, tax, and more. Co-head Péter Göndöcz specialises in M&A, corporate and competition matters across various sectors, including energy. Co-head Ágnes Bogdán brings over 20 years of experience in energy and construction, focusing on complex transactions and large-scale EPC-integrated projects.

Forgó, Damjanovic & Partners Law Firm excels in motorway projects, both transactional and contentious, and has a niche in fibre optic cable systems. The firm brings extensive experience in energy and infrastructure transactions, regulatory matters and due diligence, including solar and nuclear power projects. Co-heads Zoltán Forgó and Gábor Damjanovic lead the practice, while Zsófia Füzi is noted for her expertise in energy-related transactions, financing and regulatory work, serving a wide array of energy clients.

Hegymegi-Barakonyi and Fehérváry Baker&McKenzie Attorneys-at-Law’s extensive network of projects and energy lawyers offers comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle, from structuring to financing and implementation. The firm’s expertise spans emerging and developed markets, serving sponsors, developers, lenders and governments across sectors such as oil and gas, power, renewables and infrastructure. Co-head Ákos Fehérváry specialises in advising Chinese investors in Hungary and CEE, Benedek Kovács focuses on large construction and greenfield projects, and József Vági excels in project and acquisition financing within the energy and infrastructure sectors.

HP Legal | Hajdu & Partners provides comprehensive business law services, specialising in banking, finance, and project development. Its clients include leading Hungarian commercial banks, the state of Hungary, and both international and domestic companies. Co-head László Hajdu is a project finance and renewable energy expert, while co-head Réka Versics focuses on renewable energy and greenfield projects, including financing.

KCG Partners Law Firm focuses on industrial developments, including greenfield and brownfield investments, energy, and infrastructure, with a particular emphasis on solar power plant projects. The firm advises both domestic and international clients. Co-head Eszter Kamocsay-Berta brings extensive experience in energy projects, advising multinational clients in oil and gas, renewables and construction. Co-head Gabriella Gálik specialises in real estate and M&A, leveraging her expertise in international projects and the energy sector.

Oppenheim Ugyvedi Iroda’s regulatory team handles energy, transport, logistics and environmental matters, with a strong focus on energy, mining and waste management. The firm is active in high-profile energy projects involving renewables, geothermal, battery storage, hydrogen and PPAs, including PV park developments. Co-head Gergely Légrádi specialises in regulated industries, particularly energy efficiency and waste management. Recently promoted partner Dávid Hanis brings expertise in energy, renewables, and infrastructure, focusing on legislative changes in regulated industries.

Szabó Kelemen & Partners Andersen Attorneys advises energy traders, multinationals and mid-sized clients on energy-related matters, including acquisitions of holdings in power stations, due diligence, and financing projects. Co-head Péter Vincze specialises in M&A, project financing and renewable energy licensing, particularly solar and biomass projects. Co-head Szilvia Fehérvári offers extensive expertise in energy law, advising electricity and gas traders on day-to-day matters. Co-head Balázs Dominek supports energy plants and traders with licensing, M&A transactions and operational advice.

Szecskay Attorneys at Law specialises in the energy sector, advising on electricity generation, energy trading, network operations, investments, licensing and regulatory matters. The firm is experienced in energy transactions, representing both buyers and sellers and handles energy-related disputes through litigation and arbitration. Team head Katalin Grósz is an expert in energy law, financing and restructuring, as well as representing clients in complex disputes.